New York airport close call between two passenger planes on runway under investigation
The FAA and NTSB are investigating a close call between two planes on a runway at JFK International Airport in New York City around 8:45 p.m. on Friday evening.
Dozens killed in Nepal plane crash after aircraft plummets into river gorge
An aircraft in Nepal plummeted into a river gorge on Sunday, killing at least 68 people of the 72 believed to be on board, the country's civil aviation authority announced.
Senators demand answers from Southwest Airlines CEO after holiday meltdown
Over a dozen senators sent a letter to Southwest Airlines CEO Bob Jordan, demanding answers on a variety of issues related to its recent flight disruption fiasco.
New pilot contracts to drive up costs at US airlines
The Delta Air Lines pilot raises have been lauded by other pilot unions. If other airlines like American, United and Southwest follow suit, airline costs will increase.
FAA outage fallout: Hundreds of flights delayed, canceled day after meltdown
Hundreds of flights remain delayed or canceled across the United States Thursday, just one day after an FAA system failure ground the airline industry to a halt.
Biden gives Buttigieg vote of confidence after FAA system meltdown disrupts travel nationwide
Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg has the confidence of President Biden after a technical outage with the Federal Aviation Administration caused mass cancellations and delays.
FAA lifts airline ground stop as flight delays, cancellations pile up across the country
The FAA's NOTAM system failed early Wednesday morning, resulting in thousands of delayed or canceled flights, according to the FAA's website.
Biden says FAA outage cause may not be known for 'a couple hours'
President Biden addressed the FAA outage on Wednesday morning, telling reporters it may be several hours before the cause is identified, as flights are canceled.
Pilots say FAA computer outage that grounded US flights nationwide unprecedented
Southwest Airlines Pilots Association Vice President Cpt. Michael Santoro says it's "unlikely" the FAA computer systems were hacked, but rather are "old and inflated."
After Southwest meltdown, experts issue tips on avoiding future airport issues
Online travel agency insurance agency InsureMyTrip issued tips to help Southwest Airlines travelers if they are faced with another travel nightmare.
Oil spikes on reopened China and ‘hopes’ of refinery supply
The price of West Texas Intermediate is rising on Monday after China reopened its borders and refineries.
American Airlines drops 3 cities from service, blaming pilot shortage, 'soft demand'
American Airlines has announced the cancellation of flight routes to three more airports inside the US amid 'soft demand' and the ongoing pilot shortage.
Delta announces free Wi-Fi beginning February 1
Delta Air Lines passengers will soon get access to free Wi-Fi onboard planes, the company and CEO Ed Bastian announced on Thursday.
Southwest doles out frequent flyer miles bonus to customers impacted by meltdown
Southwest Airlines is handing out $300 in frequent flyer miles to customers impacted by the carrier's meltdown as it continues to sort through lost luggage.
American Airlines ground crew worker dies after being 'ingested into the engine' of plane at Alabama airport
An American Airlines/Piedmont Airlines ground crew employee was killed at Montgomery Regional Airport in Alabama on Saturday after being "ingested into the engine" of a plane.
Florida flight delays caused by air traffic control issue resolved, FAA says
Flights in Florida's airspace were delayed Monday over an air traffic computer issue, the Federal Aviation Administration said.
Nashville airport apologizes for 'unfortunate incident' with police threatening to arrest Southwest passengers
The Nashville International Airport apologized for the "unfortunate incident" after one of its officers threatened to arrest Southwest passengers.
Southwest cancels 43 flights Friday, after CEO pledges full schedule, 'great operation'
Southwest Airlines has canceled 41 flights Friday as its CEO says he is "very confident" about its operation following days of mass cancelations.
Southwest meltdown: How to get reimbursed for hotels and meals, and find lost luggage
Southwest Airlines customers who were forced to pay for meals and hotel stays, or who lost their luggage, in widespread travel disruptions, may request reimbursements.
Southwest's brand is tarnished after its meltdown — how can the airline recover?
Southwest Airlines continues to reel after drawing the ire of customers, employees and even the federal government amid an operational breakdown. How can they recover?